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H 2145

An Act establishing a minimum wage for employees of airline catering companies

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by David LeBoeuf and 1 co-sponsor

Bill H 2145 ensures airline catering employees at Logan Airport receive a minimum wage equal to other service workers, promoting fair pay and equity in compensation.

Hearing scheduled for 11/17/2025 from 11:00 AM-12:20 PM in B-1
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Bill Summary · H 2145

Summary of Bill H 2145: An Act Establishing a Minimum Wage for Employees of Airline Catering Companies

Purpose and Intent

Bill H 2145 aims to establish a minimum wage for employees working in airline catering companies that have a commercial services operating agreement or lease with the Massachusetts Port Authority. The bill seeks to ensure that these employees receive equitable compensation comparable to other service workers at Logan Airport.

Key Provisions

  • Minimum Wage Requirement:

    • Employees of airline catering companies must be paid the same hourly wage as other service workers at Logan Airport. This includes positions such as wheelchair assistants, skycaps, ticket agents, janitorial staff, aircraft and cabin cleaning personnel, and baggage handlers.

  • Definition of Airline Catering:

    • The bill defines "airline catering" to include the preparation or assembly of food, beverages, and related supplies for delivery to aircraft, either directly at Logan Airport or to nearby locations for subsequent delivery.

  • Implementation Timeline:

    • Any changes to the hourly wage necessary to comply with this act must take effect within 30 days of the bill's effective date.

Affected Parties

  • Employees:

    • The primary beneficiaries of this bill are employees of airline catering companies who work at Logan Airport. They will receive a minimum wage that aligns with other service workers in the airport environment.

  • Airline Catering Companies:

    • Companies that hold agreements with the Massachusetts Port Authority will be required to adjust their pay structures to comply with the new minimum wage standards.

Legislative Process and Timeline

  • Introduced:

    • The bill was introduced on February 27, 2025, and referred to the committee on Labor and Workforce Development.

  • Hearing Schedule:

    • A hearing for the bill is scheduled for November 17, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 12:20 PM in room B-1. This hearing is crucial for gathering public input and discussing the bill's implications.

  • Emergency Law Declaration:

    • The bill is declared an emergency law, indicating that its immediate implementation is necessary for the public convenience and to protect the interests of the affected employees.

Sponsors

  • Primary Sponsor:

    • Adrian C. Madaro (1st Suffolk)

  • Cosponsor:

    • David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf (17th Worcester)

Related Bills

  • This bill is associated with House Docket No. 3976, which it replaces.

This summary provides an overview of Bill H 2145, highlighting its purpose, key provisions, and the impact it may have on employees and companies within the airline catering industry in Massachusetts.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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